“That gives the manufacturer information to contact you in case there is a recall,” she noted.

Davis says most people are more likely to respond to a recall notice that they get directly from the manufacturer. That's why some children's products are required to come with a warranty card.

"Companies that are required to give a registration card for a nursery or infant product, like a crib or a stroller, are not allowed to ask you information that they can use for marketing purposes,” Davis explained.

One more reason to register that product: There are so many recalls these days, it's hard for anyone to keep up with them.

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